You may recall a recent topic we published covering the scenic Mill Mountain and its premier attraction, the Largest Free Standing Man-Made Star In The World. There’s another attraction featured in the Mill Mountain Park, and it’s arguably just as splendid. Atop the mountain there’s a gorgeous 2-acre wildflower garden. This special area has been around since 1971, yet relatively few know about this incredible feature. Here’s more on the wildflower garden you’ll want to visit ASAP:
The Mill Mountain Wildflower Garden is located atop the park’s namesake, Mill Mountain. An exact address is 210 Reserve Ave SW, Roanoke, VA 24016.
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The garden has been established on top of the mountain since 1971. Today, it is overseen by the dedicated Mill Mountain Garden Club.
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A centerpiece of Mill Mountain Park, the garden features exquisite varieties of wildflowers, which attract beautiful butterflies during the summertime.
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The natural beauty of these flowers is enhanced by other features of the garden, such as the peaceful waterfalls and seated areas for enjoying the view.
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Among the colorful flowers, you’ll also observe swarths of greenery, such as ferns and impressive varieties of trees.
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There are walking trails surrounding the garden and on a foggy day, you might just arrive to an enchanted scene such as this one:
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One thing’s for sure; you’ll definitely want to bring your camera!
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Whether you’re observing close-up beauties such as these…
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…or the majestic mountains off in the distance….
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…the Mill Mountain Park makes for an extraordinary visit.
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And while you’re up enjoying the wildflower gardens and the view, don’t forget to take a look at the main attraction!
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Have you ever visited this spectacular wildflower garden? If so, please share your experiences there with us! For related content, be sure to read about The Incredibly Unique Park That’s Hiding In Virginia’s Own Backyard.
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